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Frisco’s Beltre wins Texas League award, again

Engel Beltre, an outfielder with Double-A Frisco, received the Texas League player of the week award for the second consecutive week on Monday.

Beltre hit .419 with six extra-base hits in 31 at-bats during the week that ended on Sunday. He also stole five bases and scored 11 runs.

Beltre, 22, is hitting .404 with 12 extra-base hits in his last 57 at-bats. The Rangers have always considered him a superb defensive player and have been waiting for him to progress on offense. He has attracted attention from other clubs, such as Philadelphia, that are looking to deal veterans for young prospects.